I had been going back and forth on the perfect black bag. It feels like I spent all summer popping in and out of stores and poring over pages and pages online looking for the right bag. One that I can carry around for errands and one that can work for night events and one that fits everything I need for work.
Because I’m going to be working and spending a lot more time (finger crossed) writing, I need a bag that can essentially turn into a traveling desk for me. Laptop, notebooks, wallet, all of the essentials. Kate Spade released images and the cutest video of the 2 Park Avenue Beau Bag and to say that I was lusting over it would be an understatement. Chic, great structure, and a bow? I’m in.
Isn’t the video fun?
I’ve been carrying it around all week to and from events and dinners and fashion shows. So in love!
I am a sucker for anything with a bow on it, and I just love Kate Spade! By the way, I also love you whole outfit, that dress is such a classic, gotta love J.Crew!
I would own that bag in every color if my mom didn't track my bank account! I am addicted to it. I just got my first Kate Spade — one of the golf-themed totes — and I can honestly say it is the most wonderful, hearty bag I've ever had. And her little clutch bags are so handy!!
Oh my goodness, the black one is so perfect. Its professional but fun! I have a hard time picking black anything, especially bags but this one is on my wish list
Oh this is so funny because I just wrote a blog post about this bag! It's not going up until Friday though. I am obsessed with the black Beau! Is it heavy? That is my only concern, that the bag itself is super heavy because it's so large.
It's gorgeous, but for $500?! No thanks!! I'll stick with the KSNY and Coach bags I've bought at outlet stores or found at consignment shops. They may be off-season, but at least I'm not spending half my paycheck on one…
OMG I want that Beau bag sooo badly. I'm so jealous KS gifted it to you. Such a beautiful bag that will be classic through the years. I love how you paired it with the scalloped black dress. I want your life Carly. -Alex http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com/
I want the leopard one… Yep, the 900+ dollar one! It's very cute. Look forward to seeing how you style it. Let us know how it ends up working out on terms of carrying your laptop and stuff around! I'd be interested to know!
You are such a great blogger! You inspired me to start my own blog (though it will never be nearly as good!) Thank you for inspiring me and inspiring others! I love Kate Spade and this bag is probably my favorite one that she has! Too bad I'm a broke college student. I'll settle for looking at it though and aspiring to be something great one day, like you and Kate Spade. Keep it up! Love this blog (and your instagram and pinterest!) Much Love, Danielle
📌 Save this post! Can’t get over the MAGIC that is @backtonature.nj’s Christmas Market during the holidays! 🎄🌟🎅🏻🧣The decor this year is on a new level. If you need to get into the holiday spirit (or pick up speciality gifts or more decorations for your home), 100% recommend making the drive! It’s worth it ❄️
When you don’t actually feel cute but then kind of end up feeling cute because you put a bow in your hair, slipped into a dress that fits, and swiped on your favorite red lipstick 💋 @hillhouse @annmashburn 🎥 by @carterfish, maybe I’ll post the video without music so you can hear her hyping me up, because you can’t imagine the crowd the bore witness to the making of this Reel 🫣
And then there were three ❤️❄️🎄🌟⛸️ Needlepoint stockings are a huge undertaking… they take hours (and hours and hours) of stitching. The final results are more than worth the effort though. These will hang on our mantle every Christmas and I can’t think of anything more special than that. I finished Mike’s stocking at the end of the summer after stitching almost every night for seven months. I am taking a little break and then I’ll start on the baby’s stocking for next Christmas!! 🥹
This tree feels extra special this year. 🎄💫⛸️❤️🕯️ Jack is fully embracing the magic of Christmas (“kiss miss”) and his enthusiasm is downright contagious!
Not one of my best qualities, but I typically feel immense pressure trying to make things feel extra special and perfect and then I get disappointed when the reality doesn’t live up to my (unrealistic) expectations. I wish I could blame social media for this.... but I know the call is coming from inside the house.
This tree seems perfect to me, though, just the way it is. It was a true group effort getting it here. Another one of my not-so-great qualities is that I’m terrible at asking for help when I need it.... this year, I can’t ignore it though. I needed help, and a lot of it. Mike got every holiday storage box up from the basement (no small feat) and hoisted the into the house and got it up in the stand within minutes (then redid it twice to get the angle of the tree just so); my mom and I took multiple trips to the hardware store and drug store for the “right” colored lights (in case you’re wondering, “bright white” is warm yellow and “warm white” is actually bright white... make it make sense); my mom wrapped the tree in lights a second time when we learned the hard way that when the box says you can’t plug in more than five strands together they mean it; and Jack was there to help and hype us all up to say how “boo-full” the tree and lights are– and keeping us in line by scolding and reminding us that we aren’t allowed to touch the ornaments 🤭
I feel a little pang of sadness that we aren’t celebrating a first Christmas with a baby who was supposed to be here, while also struggling through a third trimester (just feeling physically tired and exhausted), while also cherishing our last Christmas as a family of three, while also getting excited knowing our baby will be here before we know it. Sure, it’s a lot of pressure to put on one single tree, yet here I am. ⭐️
Spent the weekend decking the halls 🎄 the garland is up, the tree is up, the wreaths are up! Fueled by three peppermint mochas, one bag of Milanos peppermint slices, one batch of chocolate chip cookies, and one loaf of zucchini bread… my mom and I got it done 🙏🏻
These boots are TOTALLY made for walking! Taking a spin in @stuartweitzman’s iconic 5050 Bold Boot and feeling like an it girl, who happens to value both fashion and comfort! ⭐️ Take advantage of #StuartWeitzman’s Black Friday sale with an extra 25% off full-price and sale styles with code FORYOU25! (Select exclusions apply; through 11/27) This *rarely* happens!! I’ve linked this exact pair of 5050 Bold Boots in the @shop.ltk app! You can shop the boots and a couple of my other sale picks here #liketkit https://liketk.it/4oWbB #fallfashion #swpartner
I am a sucker for anything with a bow on it, and I just love Kate Spade! By the way, I also love you whole outfit, that dress is such a classic, gotta love J.Crew!
Lauren,
http://www.atouchofsoutherngrace.blogspot.com/
I would own that bag in every color if my mom didn't track my bank account! I am addicted to it. I just got my first Kate Spade — one of the golf-themed totes — and I can honestly say it is the most wonderful, hearty bag I've ever had. And her little clutch bags are so handy!!
I love this bag so so much! I really like the wallet version of the bag too 🙂
Hunter
http://www.preponabudget.com
I have been eyeing this bag for the last week and I just can't decide if I want the black one or the pink and red! Decisions, decisions!
Love love love that bag! That would be a perfect bag for all of the stuff I throw in my purse! 🙂
xoxo,
Brie
Love this little black bag! I'm a big fan of classic bags and anything with a bow on it! Win-win!
Gorgeous bag! I love it!
Your hair is sooo pretty here!
Oh my goodness, the black one is so perfect. Its professional but fun! I have a hard time picking black anything, especially bags but this one is on my wish list
love it, want it! love the pink/red and animal print one too – so fun!
I LOVE YOUR WHOLE ENSEMBLE!!!!
I've been looking for the perfect Kate Spade bag to carry around the weekend on errands…but really, they're ALL perfect! This makes it more difficult!
Your Friend, Jess
I adore this bag! It's gorgeous! And it comes in red and pink which I adore.
Mana
Fashion and Happy Things
I NEED it! It's gorgeous!
I've been looking for a new wallet… any suggestions? Love your outfit!
Oh this is so funny because I just wrote a blog post about this bag! It's not going up until Friday though. I am obsessed with the black Beau! Is it heavy? That is my only concern, that the bag itself is super heavy because it's so large.
KK
http://www.preppypinkcrocodile.com
That is gorgeous, and what a cute video too!
It's gorgeous, but for $500?! No thanks!! I'll stick with the KSNY and Coach bags I've bought at outlet stores or found at consignment shops. They may be off-season, but at least I'm not spending half my paycheck on one…
OMG I want that Beau bag sooo badly. I'm so jealous KS gifted it to you. Such a beautiful bag that will be classic through the years. I love how you paired it with the scalloped black dress. I want your life Carly.
-Alex
http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com/
I want the leopard one… Yep, the 900+ dollar one! It's very cute. Look forward to seeing how you style it. Let us know how it ends up working out on terms of carrying your laptop and stuff around! I'd be interested to know!
Stahhp they did not send you a free one!! Sooo jealous I want this bag so bad.
love that bag! i would buy it in a heartbeat if it came in navy or cognac. (or a combo of both!)
I love this outfit on you!
Adorable look and love the new bag!
http://blog.buggydesigns.com/
You are such a great blogger! You inspired me to start my own blog (though it will never be nearly as good!) Thank you for inspiring me and inspiring others! I love Kate Spade and this bag is probably my favorite one that she has! Too bad I'm a broke college student. I'll settle for looking at it though and aspiring to be something great one day, like you and Kate Spade. Keep it up! Love this blog (and your instagram and pinterest!)
Much Love,
Danielle
wow, this outfit is p.e.r.f.e.c.t!!!
and it's great to re-read your old posts and to compare your younger self with the Carly you are now.
This is really an awesome and unique clothing idea that you have shared.Good to watch.
http://www.apparelnbags.com/store/golf-apparel.htm
Thanks so much for sharing the link for the navy dress on Facebook! You look fabulous in this and I just ordered one for me. Have a great day 🙂